Legendary Folk Singer Sandy Denny - Buried at Putney Vale Cemetery
Please join me as I visit the Legendary Folk Singer Sandy Denny - Buried at Putney Vale Cemetery.
I take flowers to the grave of Sandy Denny at Putney Vale Cemetery - I also find a grave that truly intrigues me and I'd love your help to find out who she is - maybe you know her or know of her? If you do please let me know in the comments!
Sandy Denny was a British folk singer-songwriter who died tragically young - but left behind a wonderful catalogue of music that is classically timeless and still resonates with fans today.
If you'd like to know more about Sandy Denny there are a couple of great websites about her which I've linked below:
www.sandydennyofficial.com/
www.sandydenny.co.uk/
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I remember seeing her perform in a the 1970s in London, when she was pregnant. I can't remember where, but a little while afterwards I was stopped in the street by a friend who told me she had died. I was shocked to here this sad news, as it was not that long after I had seen her very much alive and performing. RIP Sandy Denny 🌹 "Who knows where the time goes "
I would have loved to see her perform! So much talent and such a beautiful voice ❤️
I left flowers on her grave when I visited Putney Vale cemetery way back over Christmas in 1998 I think. I played the "Quiet Joys" on my discman and payed my respects. Sandy is a one-off. She'll never be forgotten.
Who knows where the time goes... sung by sandy still gives me goosebumps.
Sandy had a stunning voice xx
Goes for me as well, it touches my soul
What a beautiful touching tribute to the young girl Kim. How very touching and thoughtful of you.
Thank you so much ❤️ I would love to know more about her - so sad that she died so young xx
I count myself very lucky to have seen Sandy perform live three times, having been introduced to the delights that were Fairport in 1973.
I only just discovered Sandy Denny yesterday after watching a program on BBC2 by professor Brian Cox called the Universe. They played Sandy's "Who knows where the time goes" at the ending credits. So sad to hear about her struggles with alcoholism. I'm going to buy all her records.
Such a beautiful voice! She had so much talent ❤️ thank you for watching xx
@@BeautifulBadandBizarreI did some research on Sandy. She was born in Merton Park. As a child at ten years old we moved to Tooting in 1975 and in 1977 me and my brothers used to attend all the home games of Wimbledon FC. Such a small world. I wonder if she ever went to Plough Lane. Later today I'll be going on amazon to buy some of her records.
It's wonderful to read your entry here, and you've added yourself to along list of absolutely devoted followers. There are so few films of her, and one no longer available on KZhead is a live performance on German TV with Fotheringay. The opening performance is her own song Nothing More, and shows the full power of her voice - and actually is better than the version on the album, in my opinion! Do look into all her demos and acoustic collections. She was shy and underestimated how unique she was. To me, her voice captures a very special 'Englishness' and so very suitable for traditional songs as well as her own unusual compositions. There are two biographies, and I bought the second and very much appreciated, 'I've Always Kept A Unicorn' by Mick Houghton.
She was a amazing singer. Rest in peace Lady Sandy Denny (1947-1978)
100% agree! xxxx
Cemeteries make me very sad. I rarely go to burials, but if I do I always look at the photos, the dates, the dedications, the tributes with a lot of pain in my chest and think... this person was once a child, was the joy of her parents, a teenager, had so many dreams, loves, friends and now it's all over. Soon few will remember her. One day no-one else. If they've lived long enough, there's still some consolation. But if not, like Sandy and this girl Kim, who left so soon, it's too sad because they still had so many things to do. Rest in peace, Kim. Rest in peace, Sandy. Your voice still moves me so much.
I understand how visiting cemeteries can evoke a deep sense of sadness and reflection. Like you, I also think about the journey from childhood to adulthood, with all the dreams, loves, and friendships they experienced along the way. It's a poignant reminder of the fragility of life and the profound impact each person has, even long after they're gone. Seeing the graves of those who died young, like Sandy and Kim, can be especially heartbreaking. Their unfinished stories and unrealised potential leave a lingering ache in our hearts. Yet, by remembering them and cherishing the memories they left behind, we ensure that their voices and legacies continue. Thank you so much for your lovely and thoughtful comment - it's very appreciated xxxx
The American singer-songwriter Alela Diane wrote and recorded a beautiful tribute called 'Song For Sandy' on her 'Cusp' album a few years ago.
I didn't know that! Thank you so much for the information - I'll search it as I would very much like to hear that! xx
Sandy Denny. What a person. Her music touches the heart and will live on. Samdy, I miss you, always will.
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Ever since I was a schoolboy, I have played Fairport every day of my life. I was lucky enough to see her play life in her last tour with Fairport. x
Oh my goodness!!! That must have been absolutely awesome! xxxx
A wonderful person and a delightful performer. Sandy will be loved and appreciated long after most of us are history. The material she left us with will ensure she will continue to be discovered by those who appreciate real singing. Kind regards to any fans reading this. Please keep listening and supporting Sandy. England, January, 2024.
I completely agree! What a wonderful performer and and exceptional talent! Thank youy so much for your lovely comment - it's very appreciated! xxxx
@@BeautifulBadandBizarre Than you Triple B. Meant every word.
:) xxxx
A lovely tribute to a great singer. I love Sandy’s music and she’s much missed.
Thank you so much - Sandy was incredibly talented ❤️ thank you for watching ❤️
Thanks so much for posting
You're so very welcome - thank you for watching xxxx
I have been a "devoted" fan of Sandy for the past several years (5 or 6). As I was assembling a Spotify playlist of my favorite Sandy songs, I tried to recall when it was I first heard of her. After some thought, I remembered her singing, "It's a Boy" on the 1972 London Symphony Orchestra's version of TOMMY. I was such a big Who fan at the time, that I listened to anything associated with The Who. She only sang..."It's a boy, Mrs. Walker, it's a boy. It's a boy, Mrs. Walker, it's a boy." By anyone's standards, that is not a fair sampling in which to judge a singer's talent. However hearing it now, she sounds like an angel and her talent is obvious. Since Fairport Convention was not on my musical radar, Sandy Denny slipped into obscurity...for me anyway. I wasn't an avid Zepplin fan at the time (did I mention The Who?) so it wasn't until a few years later when I was reading the liner notes for Led Zepplin IV that I saw her name again as a guest artist on "The Battle of Evermore." I read a quote about this recording session with Robert Plant, where Sandy said afterward, that was the only time she was ever 'out-sung' by anyone. Fast forward to several years ago, I fell hard for Sandy Denny and began doing rabbit hole-like research on her music, career, and personal life. I have often wondered what life might have had in store for Sandy, had she been able to defeat her demons and reach her full potential and fame. I wish there was a high-quality video recording of a concert. Thank you for a terrific video tribute to Sandy that I know I will watch again and again. If you would like to check out my Sandy Denny playlist, go to Spotify under Brian Boru.
Thank you so much for sharing your journey of discovery with Sandy Denny's music. Your recollection of first hearing her on the London Symphony Orchestra's rendition of "Tommy" paints a vivid picture of how her talent shone through even in brief moments. It's incredible how her voice, like an angel's, captivated you despite the limited exposure. Your exploration of her music and the depth of your admiration for her are truly inspiring (you sound a bit like me with Diana Dors with your research and rabbit holes we dive into!!!) Sandy Denny's legacy continues to resonate with fans, who appreciate her immense talent. It's a testament to her enduring impact that you've delved deep into her music, career, and personal life. Thank you for your kind words about the video-I'm honored to have contributed to your appreciation of Sandy's work. And I'll definitely check out your Sandy Denny playlist on Spotify! xxxx
Sandy Denny: Under Review is a very well - informed DVD overview with brief clips also featuring interviews with musicians who had worked with her 115 mins (studio: Sexy Intellectual). Recommended for fellow devotees
Always to be remembered !
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I visited her grave some years ago , a legendary singer in the era of folk rock in the 70's
Who knows where the time goes is one of my favourites, it's very apt indeed.👍
One of my favourites too! ❤️
Pretty girl and a wonderful voice. RIP X, and long live Fairport Convention in their many incarnations.
Sandy was indeed very pretty and such a beautiful voice xxx thank you for your lovely comment xxx
I was a huge Sandy Denny fan back then. Saw her live with Fairport Convention in December 1975 in Amsterdam. I never loved anyone so dearly. RIP Sandy.
She was so talented and died so young. Thank you so much for your lovely comment and for watching.
So very talented. Such a tragedy, to die so young. Thank you for your excellent programs.
Thank you so much for your lovely comment and for watching ❤️
Beautiful sandy deny, sad, alone in a cold grave, remembered for her beauty, her daughter and her beautiful music
While her life may have had its challenges, her talent and artistry remain a testament to her enduring spirit. She'll always be remembered for the beauty she brought into the world through her music. xxxxx
I am only just in the early stages of exploring her work, but what an outstanding talent. Her voice is just incredible.
She was an outstanding talent I completely agree! ❤️
Another lovely singer gone before her time, I am sure she would saw Thank you for the flowers 🌺 and Kim would probably grateful 🌹once again thank you for the story about sandy 💖💖👍👍
My pleasure! Sandy had such a beautiful voice 🌹 a great talent ❤️ I’d still love to know more about Kim! Thank you so much for watching xxxx
Saw her in Fairport November 1974 in KC, opening for Weather Report.
What a memory to have! I would have loved to have seen her - that's so wonderful xxxx
I was art college at the time Sandy died and your video jogged my memory. The other young girl, Kim, was born just a few days before me. If she’d lived she might well be a grandmother of 65 now.
I remember it too - I was looking forward to leaving school! Kim was so young - so sad ❤️🌹
Lovely video. Thanks for doing it. I'm a longtime fan of Sandy Denny. I had the pleasure to see Sandy during her solo career.
My pleasure! Thank you so much for watching! I would have loved to have seen her perform - I can imagine it would have been a wonderful experience! ❤️
Another eye and mind opener. So thank you.
Thank you so much - Sandy’s voice was so incredibly beautiful ❤️❤️🌹
I first heard her (although I didn’t know who it was!) on Led Zeppelins ‘Battle of Evermore’ - one of my fave Zep songs made all the more by her beautifully hypnotic voice. It was many years later that I found out she was also in The Strawbs and Fairport Convention. She’s one of my fave female artists along with Dusty Springfield and Kate Bush. So sad that she died so young but she still lives on in her songs. 😊
In June 2015, I travelled to London from North Yorkshire to see Suzanne Vega play at Union Chapel, Islington. I had a few hours to spare in the afternoon, so on a whim, I decided to travel by train and bus to Putney Vale Cemetery to try to find Sandy Denny's grave. Although she was a bit before my time (I was 12 when she died in April 1978) I have listened to her music a lot in recent years and love her voice and her songs. It took me a while, and a lot of walking, to find her grave and I eventually had to look at an information board that lists where the graves of famous people are. It said simply "Sandy Denny. Singer". No mention of her wonderful songwriting (a bit like saying "Salvador Dali. Painter"), but at least she was on the list. When I found her headstone, it struck me how plain her grave is. As I stood there on that hot June day, I felt sad about a life cut tragically short and so much talent lost so early. A case of what might have been. She was already gone before I discovered her music. As I stood there reflecting, I have to say that I felt Sandy Denny wasn't really there at all. To me, her music is linked to the countryside and the seasons, so Sandy Denny (and her music) is wherever we want her/it to be. The sea on a summer's day. The russet and gold autumn woods. The frosty winter fields or a lively, sparkling river in spring.
I would agree with you - I’d like to think she’s a free spirit ❤️ I would say though her grave is tended - I presume by family and fans and each time I’ve been there recently I’ve taken flowers but there has also been fresh flowers on her grave and her headstone has been cleaned ❤️
Thank you Babs for all your hard work, sandy story brings a little pain to my heart. Remind me of my two sisters, like her just never had the tools for this world, but he was still able to bring love and happiness, such as life I’m in London for April for a wedding I might try to make it over to Putney Vale.🎼🎼💚💚
Oh bless you, I am sorry to hear about your sisters - please let me know if you visit Sandy, I will be back there soon with flowers for her and Kim xx
I loved Sandy and her music then. I love Sandy and her music still. Rest in peace Lady & thank you for the music and the memories . ♥️🌹🌹♥️
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Just love her music! Thanks for this ... Loved those times!
I'm delighted to hear that you love Sandy Denny's music! She truly had a unique talent. It's wonderful to reminisce about those cherished times filled with her beautiful melodies. Thank you for sharing your appreciation and for watching the video xxxx
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for this wonderful piece . I am a huge fan of Sandy Denny ❤
My absolute pleasure - from one fan to another ♥ thank you so much for your lovely comment and for watching xxxx
It's so lovely how you broaden our minds with the people you share your thoughts and knowledge with .this why your show is so unique thanks for sharing
Thank you so much! I do love remembering these talented and interesting people! ❤️❤️❤️
A wonderful singer, she duetted with Robert Plant on the Led Zeppelin 4 album track "The battle of Evermore" the only female voice ever to be heard on a Led Zeppelin recording...
She was and she did! A truly lovely voice! ❤️
I was just thinking the same.. memories of a bright blue dansette record player and a freezing cold council house bedroom in Glasgow
Oh!!! I’ve got a vintage 1960s bar and I’d love a Dansette for it!
What an amazing singer, still love listening to her today, gone but never forgotten Rest In Peace Sandy
Yes I listen to her on Spotify when I’m on a long driving or just wanting to relax - beautiful voice x
The Peel session of 'Who Knows Where the Time Goes?' was beyond sublime. May God rest your soul Sandy Denny. Thanks for making these great videos.
Ahhh John Peel - that’s an amazing blast from the past! ❤️❤️❤️ Sandy was so talented 🌹 Thank you so much for watching xx
I have just discovered your channel and love everything I've watched so far. I first heard Sandy Denny in the late 60s and since then her music has occupied a special place in my heart. I searched for Kim Bothwell in the British Newspaper Archive and see that her family posted touching tributes to her 'in memoriam' over a number of years. On the first anniversary of her death, the following appeared in the Westminster and Pimlico News: "A thousand words won't bring you back, we know because we're tried and neither will a million tears, we know because we've cried. If roses grow in heaven Lord, please pick a bunch with care, and place them in our dear Kim's arms and tell her we'll love her always". This is followed by "We had no time to say goodbye but that we would not have wanted. God saw you fall and picked you up. He knew your hurts. The world could not mend and He would not let you suffer. So hold her close Lord and love her always. Tell her we'll walk with her always in memory until we all meet again." Incredibly touching and how appropriate that the flower you placed on her grave was a rose.
Thank you so much for your lovely comment Charles and for the information about Kim ❤️ I had searched and found some tributes to her but I didn’t see this one - absolutely beautiful but heartbreaking at the same time - I have visited many times since and left roses each time 🌹on one occasion a fox jumped out of the tree next to her grave as I was placing the roses in the holders - stood and looked at me for a moment and then took off across the cemetery - it was a stunning sight! Thank you so much for watching the videos - it’s very appreciated! Xx
What a lovely video, and what a hauntingly beautiful grave to find. I did a spot of Ancestry searching and Kim Bothwell lived in Bramber Road, Fulham. She died in Fulham and left over £4,000 in her probate (a tidy sum in those days).
Thank you so much for your lovely comment - and for looking up Kim - I agree that was quite a sum back then - I still haven't been able to find out what happened to her - I took her and Sandy some flowers a couple of weeks ago when I was passing by x
Thanks for this, I LOVE Sandy so much!
My pleasure - I always visit Sandy when I’m in the area - she was so incredibly talented ❤️ thank you for watching ❤️❤️❤️
Love her music. Bushes and Briars really moves me.
She was so talented! I love listening to her - her songs are timeless and so easy beautiful ❤️
Once again a lovely dedication to Sandy Denny. A great English folk singer❤ I'm enjoying your content very much and I subscribed. Thank you for all your research and kind gestures towards these great artists 🎉
Thank you so much for your kind words and for subscribing! I'm thrilled to hear that you're enjoying the content, especially the dedication to Sandy Denny. Your support means a lot, and I'm grateful to have you as part of the community! 🎶❤️
I do not fear the time ... what a weird coincidence that I got here through your Charles Hawtree vid, then scanned your other content .. then saw this gem on Sandy near the end.
Aww thanks for this she really was a gem. Early Fairport is amazing.
My pleasure! And I totally agree! xx
What a lovely video. Sandy's voice has always sent me into raptures - even when she was alive her voice was full of echoes of the ghosts of the past, and of course that feeling only increased with her untimely death. I live within walking distance of Putney Vale and have meant over and over again to visit her grave - having seen this I will do it and very soon!
Her voice was absolutely beautiful I agree ❤️ I hope you managed to pop over for a visit! I will be going again soon with some flowers for Sandy and Kim 💐 thank you so much for watching the video and your lovely comment xx
Ahh another wonderful tribute. Im listening to Sandy now, what a lovely voice. Shame on me for not knowing her but its never too late to become a fan ❤
I’m so pleased to hear you’re listening to the lovely Sandy! If you get a chance listen to Candle in the Wind sung by her - it’s beautiful and as much as I loved the original version - Sandy takes it to another level for me! Although maybe not for everyone - definitely for me!!! Thank you so much for your lovely comment and for watching the video ❤️ it’s very much appreciated xxx
I couldnt find candle in the wind on Alexa but fround it on You tube haha! What a beautiful song ! x@@BeautifulBadandBizarre
Ahhh! I’m glad you found it - Sandy’s voice is so beautiful and she sings that song to perfection! I don’t have Alexa - but I do listen to Spotify all the time ❤️
You have a very clear voice , Great channel thank you ❤️
Thank you so much! I appreciate that!
Agree, you have a lovely speaking voice and sound a lovely person
Hello from Dublin. I love your videos and I grew up listening to Sandy Denny. Her voice was transcendent. Keep up the good work 👏
Hello from the South Coast of the U.K.! ❤️ thank you so much - and thank you for watching! I agree Sandy’s voice was beyond beautiful 🌹 a great talent taken too soon ❤️
I always enjoyed listening to this song even though many may have overlooked it because of Stairway following. Her name was always a favorite question test for me to pose to others who were "Die Hard" Led Zep fans!
I agree about Whispering Grass. It's always a lovely song but Sandy's version is something else altogether.
It is! She has the most beautiful voice that’s without a doubt ❤️
I’m ashamed to say that I have never heard of this lady. What a tragic end, very sad. Those gold roses are perfect. Best wishes.
Ah! She was amazing - such a beautiful voice ❤️ thank you for watching ❤️❤️🥰🌹
Very nice ! Thanks for thinking of the young lady whose life was lost way too soon ! Thanks Bob
She looked so happy and beautiful ❤️ so sad that she died so young x
Being a child of 58 I am also curious about the 19 year old who rests in Putney Cemetery. She was indeed a pretty girl and it is tragic Kim’s life was cut short in some way.
All I can find out is (and I’m not 100% certain) that Kim was born in London and died very suddenly - so I’m guessing it wasn’t a long illness - she really did look like she was a beautiful person x so sad especially to pass away so young x
@@BeautifulBadandBizarre 1978 is quite a long time ago but you may be lucky and more information may come to light. Died a day before her 20th Birthday and who was Bob? It is a bit intriguing. The photo could not have been taken too long before Kim’s death.
You see this is exactly how my mind works!!! I’ve asked myself those very questions - someone has looked after her grave by the looks of it too - but maybe not so much recently - and I thought the same about the photo - I remember having a jacket very similar to the one she is wearing in the photo - very 1970s x
@@BeautifulBadandBizarre Someone may turn up at the grave on the anniversary of Kim’s death or Birthday but sadly she may also now be a distant memory to those who knew her. But given her date of birth her grandparents are almost certainly deceased and there is a good chance her parents are also gone but again interesting to note that no other mortal remains have been placed in the grave since Kim’s death. I have a feeling you will find something out before long - I feel it in my bones!
I was lucky enough to see Sandy with Fairport on their last tour at the old Coventry theatre.
That’s amazing! Was she as fabulous in real life? I’m a Bruce Springsteen fan and I’ve seen him perform many times and I’d say he is even better in real life!!! X
@@BeautifulBadandBizarre She was an amazing performer. I've seen Fairport many times, I still go to see them, but it's simply not the same. I just feel so privileged to have caught a performance before she died
@@shaunlowthians7145 you were! I would have loved to have seen her! I’ve always thought she must have been terrific live!
@@BeautifulBadandBizarre Indeed. Towards the end, her voice developed a rougher, more Janis Joplin type quality. It made her even more appealing in my humble opinion.
Another of my favs! I went to an eatery in LA that had a table top on the ceiling that Janis Joplin had etched her name in!
That was sad.
Crazy Lady Blues has me weeping 👊💀🍻🚬
To be honest - I cry when I listen to many of Sandy's songs - and for some reason Candle in the Wind sung by Elton John never gets me that way - but when Sandy sings it I'm in bits! xxxxx
Her voice soared and continues to do so 🌟 ' The Sea ' with Fotheringhay is so very good. And ' Nothing Else Will Do ' is (somehow) joyous,that voice so resonant. Thank you for this visit , yellow roses with the fallen leaves 🍂
Thank you so much for watching ❤️ She was so talented and her voice was simply beautiful x
I haven't heard of Sandy Denny until now.What a lovely voice and what a lovely and very touching video.
She was so talented - I knew her from Candle In The Wind - I’m a rather huge fan of Marilyn Monroe - and I loved Elton John’s version but Sandy knocked it out of the ball park! It brings tears to my eyes listening to her sing it ❤️
These are lovely
Thank you so much ❤️❤️🌹
What a lovely tribute . Sadly ,voices like , Sandy's are rare these days . However , here are a few more you may enjoy ; Annie Haslam ( Renaissance ) , Cathy Lesurf ( Fiddlers' Dram) . Madelaine Edith Prior ( Steeleye Span) , and , Jacqueline 'Jacqui' McShee ( Pentangle ) . Sandy also gets a mention in Kate Bush's song , Blow away on her album , Never Forever .
Ah thank you! I didn’t know that about Kate Bush mentioning Sandy! I’m a massive fan of Steeleye Span! Absolutely love them! I don’t recognise the other names though - but I may have heard them - I will check them out! Thanks so much! 🌹
@@BeautifulBadandBizarre Always a pleasure to share good music . Have a song about becoming a Highwayman . Like in Shakespeare , the Lady sings the Man's part . kzhead.info/sun/lNyzmbV6r6eEiJ8/bejne.html
The American singer-songwriter Alela Diane wrote and recorded a beautiful tribute, 'Song for Sandy' on a recent album.
@@portcullis5622 that’s lovely! Thank you for the information! ❤️
Love her music
I watched a Documentary on Sandy Denny some years ago. Her band mates were saying you had a conversation with her and she’d throw herself on the floor. And they’d ask if she was okay and she would reply that’s just what I do. Even throw herself down stairs. No absolutely no reason. Unfortunately her last fall was her last.
Her haunting voice in Led Zeppelin's Battle of Evermore mesmerises me everytime. Wonderful.
Her voice is so beautiful I agree - and for me - when she sings Candle in the Wind she brings tear to my eyes - I think Elton John sings it beautifully of course - but Sandy can’t be improved on! ❤️
She had a great voice
She did! Absolutely beautiful ❤️
@@BeautifulBadandBizarre real legend
I agree ❤️🥰
@@BeautifulBadandBizarre that story you covered about that actress who's boysfriend little tony he died some years ago in italy
Very interesting, she had a lovely voice. Hoping you find out about Kim too x
I have done loads of googling 🤣 I think she was born in Fulham but I can’t be entirely sure - I’d really love to know more about her! Yes Sandy Denny was just brilliant - the sort of music that helps me to relax - I’ve always loved folk music - and a bit of country too! Though one of the best bands I’ve ever heard where a group practicing in a pub singing old sea songs! Loved it!!!
Just read she's the lady who sings on Led Zep! Did not know that!!!!
Me neither!!!!! Xxx
@@SuperBluegirl2 'The Battle of Evermore' (on Led Zeppelin IV). I first heard it when I was about 12. I asked my older brother who the female singer was, as I was struck by her beautiful voice. I remember his reply: "Sandy Denny. She died recently after falling down some stairs". It took me another decade to discover her Fairport Convention songs and her solo albums many years later. Such a beautiful voice and a fine songwriter.
Very interesting and moving in equal measure. I was touched listening to it. So thoughtful of you to put this together. I appreciate these things take time and effort, so a big 'thank you' for doing so. Yes, I'm sure sharing a flower with the lovely Kim would have been fine. Again, so lovely.
Thank you so very much for your lovely comment and for watching the video ❤️ I’ve taken flowers a few times since! But now I take an extra bunch for Kim too! Sandy’s voice was just beyond beautiful, she was such a great talent ❤️
Thank you for visiting the final resting place of this special and tragic lady, imo the finest in her specific idiom that Britain has produced. Many of us still hold a place in our hearts for that magic voice. I share your enthusiasm for her outstanding version of 'Whispering Grass', much overlooked. That gal could sing anything. According to one biographer, she did not actually fall down the stairs. It was assumed so because she was found at their foot, but her injuries were not severe enough. More likely she had simpjy stumbled and struck her head, and as she was home alone, died because medical attention came too late. I've seen quite a few of your well-researched and charming latter-day nutshell obits and enjoy them very much.
It's my pleasure! Thank you so much for your lovely comment - listening to Sandy sing, is so soothing and beautiful - and I do agree with you about Whispering Grass! Whatever actually happened it was a total tragedy, for Sandy, her family, friends, fans, and the music world - she was so young and still had so much left to do - it's lovely when I visit Putney Vale and take flowers to Sandy, most always to find that there are recent flowers there - she's still so remembered and loved xxxx
As sad as it is, you are seeing yet another example of a victim of the industry she chose to work in. This industry is unique for its attrition rate. It's littered with the corpses of those not strong enough to withstand its many pressures. Far too many to count. If you have a weakness this industry will find it. Condolences to the family. My elder brother was a singer/songwriter who died in 2000 at 50yrs old due to drugs.
I’m so sorry to hear that you lost your brother - at such a young age too ❤️ I completely agree with you - as you can see I’m interested in biographies and I’ve seen it time and time again - I think people sees ‘stars’ and just imagine their lives are perfect but they are under incredible pressure - and they are only ever as good as their last performance - so sad x
Such a beautiful story. I have to admit I had never heard of her, but what a lovely voice. A very tragic story. Did you ever find out about Kim? ❤
Hi Sharon - I think I was more aware of Sandy because I’m a big Marilyn fan and I love Elton John’s ‘Candle in the Wind’ but I prefer Sandy singing it! Sadly I’ve not found out much more about Kim but if I do find anything out I’ll certainly post about it n the community page ❤️❤️❤️🌹
Thanks for sharing this video! There used to be a beautiful tree directly behind Sandy's headstone. I was sorry to see that it was cut down (or fell down) some years back, as it cast a nice shade over her grave. It sure would be nice if someone planted a replacement for it.
It’s so sad the tree has now gone I agree but it’s still a beautiful haven for wildlife - I’ve seen so many lovely birds, foxes and squirrels each time I’ve visited ❤️
So young eh bless her and to leave her nine month old daughter too is so unfair 😞⚘️🙏 ahh that was so lovely of you to leave a rose for a rose ❤️ ❤❤❤
Thank you so much for your lovely comment and for watching - it's very appreciated xx
Another beautiful video. I always feel uplifted even though it includes graveyards 😅
lol xxxx thank you so much xxx
I also find graveyards fascinating. These grand and unusual headstones from hundreds of years ago have a story behind them. Who were these people? I wish I could find the time to investigate.
I have to say - I thoroughly enjoy reading headstone that tell you something about the person (not just the famous) and to imagine the era they grew up in, as you say it's fascinating! Some of the stones are total works of art too - I always love the more creative ones as well xx
I have been to Sandy's grave many times since I moved to London in 2017. When I went to visit her grave in 2017, her spirit conforted me and encouraged me to stay in London. A week later I got a job that I stayed at for 5 years. I go visit Sandy a few times a year. Oh by the way, I left Sandy that photo frame of her.
That’s so lovely!!!! It was heartwarming to see the framed photo and to see that someone had been visiting - Thank you for your comment! I love that she is still remembered and inspiring people - when I first visited I had no idea her family were just behind her! Now when I go I take extra flowers - for Kim too - who is only a few yards away from Sandy ❤️
Thanks for a wonderful tribute. I never would have found the grave without asking at reception, where a very helpful gentleman gave me diagrams and directions (and I obviously wasn’t the first person to ask - although he was a young man, he knew that she was not buried under her stage name). When we visited, Nick Drake’s resting place, we found his grave in seconds - but this is a different kettle of fish altogether) It’s a huge cemetery, but Sandy’s resting place is right at the back - section V. As you look from the main road, it’s about four rows from the back wall, on a road called coincidently or otherwise, Alexander Road (yes, the cemetery is that big - it has road names!) Sandy is about halfway along there, her stone facing the main road (which is a distance away). You can linger for ages, reading the other headstones - so many tragic stories behind them, looking at the dates (Including the one next to Sandy). Visiting her resting place was a very moving experience for me.
My total pleasure! Thank you so much for watching ❤️🌹 I am quite a regular visitor to Putney - I have relatives there too - so I’m fairly familiar with it but I agree Sandy’s can be difficult to find - the first time I went I couldn’t find it - it was getting late so I had to leave - I found it on the next visit! And yes absolutely! You are so right - every stone tells a fascinating story 🌹ohhhh and Nick Drake - I haven’t had the opportunity to visit him yet - he was an influence on another of my favourite musicians Paul Weller - I spent a lot of my youth going to see The Jam at places like the Rainbow Theatre Finsbury Park! ❤️
I wonder if the local paper archives have any info on Kim Bothwell. A long shot, I know... Intriguing that she died so young, and when she did.
I have looked! I found in rememberance to her - but I can't find out what happened - I will look again as soon as I can x
@@BeautifulBadandBizarre In an idle moment I looked up someone who had been in my class at school - I wouldn't really call him a friend - and found that he became a power walker who competed for the UK at the Munich Olympics. I also discovered he had died in his early 20s, odd for an athlete, and after a great deal of searching I found he had died of leukemia. Maybe in this case too? I hate not knowing. As you do too.
I think she had the most beautiful female voice in the genre.
She did indeed! Xx
I've been to M.Monroe's tomb in LA. Just a small cemetery behind a parking garage. Very odd. Filled with dead stars..
Yes it's surprisingly small!
@@BeautifulBadandBizarre I think it's harder for you guy's, in the UK. Do what you do because. Most UK stars. Are laid to rest in they local areas. But US, stars. Go to only about 4 or five cemeteries.
This is true and many here are cremated and scattered so don’t have a final resting place so to speak as they are scattered at various locations
How tragic. Two lives lost before their time. The girl Kim who died only a day off her 20th birthday and Sandy. Tragic her baby never had her mother to bring her up. I’d love it if you could find out more about Sandy’s baby and more about Kim. I agree. She was stunning. Strange also that her parents aren’t mentioned on the gravestone. A death certificate or birth certificate might fill in some gaps. Maybe looking through news reports at the local library. Maybe something happened to the parents too. Just so sad 😔
Hi! Thank you so much for your comment and for watching ❤️ Sand’s daughter as far as I know lives in Australia now - Kim’s family regularly posted around the anniversary of her death in the obituaries/remembrance section of a local newspaper - until the 1980s - I visited again recently and someone had left a wreath so I’m guessing it was possibly a family member - the stone is well cared for ❤️🌹her story remains a mystery 🌹
@@BeautifulBadandBizarre thanks for the info. You can’t help but wonder how she died in the prime of her life, when she had her whole life to live and Sandy never got to see her daughter grow up. Kim was a very beautiful young lady and Sandy such a talent. It is a mystery how Kim died. I’d have thought if it was a tragic accident, such as a car crash, it would’ve been reported in the local newspapers at the time. So sad. May they both RIP 🙏🏻
You’re very welcome! I’ve researched the local papers - and looked for accidents etc - couldn’t find anything but when I have more time I fully intend to look into it further - she truly was beautiful - and the two young women are resting so close to each other - literally just a few steps apart ❤️❤️❤️
@@BeautifulBadandBizarre at least you know now it can’t have been an accident or God forbid, a murder. A death certificate would shed light, but I’m not sure how easy those are for the public to have access to, or electoral registers. There was a time you could go into the local library to look on the electoral register. Keep us posted if you manage to find out anymore. 🤞There’s just something about her that makes you want to know more about her story and her life.
YES!!! That’s how I felt the moment I saw her grave - I’d driven up to where Sandy is - and driving past slowly - I caught sight of her stone just as I’d driven past - I’d continued on to Sandy’s - laid flowers and paid my respects but something made me walk back to Kim’s memorial - I saw her photo and I think it was her beautiful smile and the appearance of absolute joy - looking at her I felt as if I knew her - very strange - since then when I’ve taken her flowers I’ve had some lovely experiences - on one occasion a fox jumped out of the tree next to the grave it startled me for a moment - and stood there looking at me for a few minutes - then galloped off into the sunset - it was the prettiest sight ❤️ like you say - I just can’t help wondering about her - and would love to know more about her ❤️ Also - I was living in the same area as a child as she was at the time!
I do remember her, she had a lovely voice, how tragic one day off her 20th birthday, these people always seem to taken far to young. I think you were drawn to that girls grave for a reason. x
I agree - it was so tragic x Well… I was actually parked in the opposite direction - an it was in the evening and the cemetery was about to close and normally I don’t take any chances - wouldn’t want to be locked in 🤭 but I just felt compelled to walk to the left instead of back to the right! From what I can find she died suddenly - like Sandy too - but I don’t know more than that x I’m guessing someone is still caring for her grave as it was fairly tidy and the stone was in good condition and the photo clear and not faded x
@@BeautifulBadandBizarre Lets hope somebody comes forward
@@jamesmcbride6304 that would be so nice x
Rest in peace
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It's so sad when people die young. ❤❤😢
It truly is - you are always left wondering - what else would they have achieved? So much potential lost xx
Sadly missed..
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There was a radio program on ABC Radio, Adelaide (Australia) recently. Georgia, Sandy's daughter was interviewed with another lady (whose name I can't recall) They have put together many of Sandy's unrecorded songs. Apparently very good - just released. My understanding is that they will put a memorial at the Cropredy Folk Festival this year. I imagine that would probably have been in August or thereabouts. Very fitting. Just a bit of trivia. Georgia never met her mother, Sandy, as Trevor took her to Australia as Sandy's behaviour was becoming a real problem. Sandy died very soon after. I think Trevor died in the 80's or 90's. Georgia has become very interested in her mother and has a lot of memorabilia. I think the interview is well worth watching. It is on KZhead. And yes I am a huge fan of Sandy.
Oh!!!! Thank you so much for your informative and interesting comment - it’s very much appreciated! I’d love to hear that interview - I will look out for the one on KZhead - brilliant! Thank you again xx
@BeautifulBadandBizarre Hi. You will find that interview on a KZhead channel called 'The Songs Of Sandy Denny', along with some other interesting clips. Great channel, by the way. (Yours)Cheers from Oz😊
Ohhh! Thank you for this information and for the compliment on the channel - it's very appreciated! xx
@@BeautifulBadandBizarre No problem. Sandy is apart of music history and things like memorials and gravesites are important, especially as time moves on
@@BeautifulBadandBizarre PS that other lady was Carla Fuchs. Beautiful voice.
her appearance makes me think of Janis Joplin whose dutch Edison award I own she couldn't collect the award for apparently suffering from death! the award was stored for decades before being auctioned off alongside Jimi Hendrix's award who couldn't go get his award for the very same reason because of having a condition not fit for travel! since I bought it 3rd hand I wasn't at that auction or I would have bought both since they weren't expensive at about 200 euro's a piece I bought mine at 700 the other member of the 27 club award location and ownership is for the moment unknown. the performance of SD reminds me of Joan Baes so this was a very special lady indeed!
Oh Wow! That is an amazing item to own - like you given half the chance I would have bought both too! But to own Janis Joplin’s award is wonderful! I saw her signature that she signed on a table in a restaurant in LA - they had all their famous diners sign the tables - and then they were placed on the low ceiling! Brilliant idea! Sandy did look very similar!
45 years ago today. Jesus.
Honestly it’s scary how we look back as we get older and so many years have whizzed by xx
A wonderful voice she had. Have you heard the Phil Lynott tribute song, Sandy?
Like an angel! Her voice was so soothing x
Ohhhh the Lynott song yes! Actually Phil Lynott was the love of my life back in the day - I sobbed my heart out when he died! Loved him!
@@BeautifulBadandBizarre and then you’ll probably know that Sandy was Led Zeppelin’s only guest artist/vocalist.
Actually no!!!! I didn’t - thank you!
@@BeautifulBadandBizarre The Battle of Evermore is the track.
Am I right in thinking her daughter is in Australia now ? Very sad, my favourite song would be who knows where the time goes. Did you know the famous Victorian strongman Eugen Sandow is buried at Putney vale cemetery in an unmarked grave ?
Yes - I think her life was going out of control towards the end - she had health issues and was heavily reliant on prescribed medication - and she should not have been drinking alcohol on the meds - her husband who was Australian had taken her daughter to Australia I believe - shortly before her death x No I didn’t know about Eugene! Thank you for the info! X
@@BeautifulBadandBizarre just remembered a gravestone was put up in recent times, the family had resisted in their lifetime. A lot of people have speculated that this was probably due to the folly's of youth.( Ziegfeld had said how unwell he looked) and with what was on his death certificate it makes more sense , than the story of him trying to lift his car,out of a ditch . David Chapman's book is worth a read, if you are interested.
Oh! That’s interesting thank you - I’ll be visiting again soon so I’ll have a look! I will check out the Chapman book too thanks! I’m currently reading the latest Diana Dors book by Martin Shingler - and I’ve got 4 other books on order - I do love reading!
The only woman to sing on a Led Zeppelin album ... The Battle Of Evermore ... Led Zeppelin IV (1971).
Battle of Evermore.
Kim was the Daughter of George and Jean Bothwell, Kim was 1 of three children
Oh my goodness! Did you know her? What a beautiful young woman! I have been wondering about her ever since coming across her grave.
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Thank you I will have a look x
@@BeautifulBadandBizarre interesting
tragic.........but what she left us.
So true - such a beautiful voice and also beautifully crafted lyrics - so much talent ❤️🌹
@@BeautifulBadandBizarre i just got a box set of hers.
4:13 Sandy's mother Edna died 3 years and 2 days after Sandy.
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@@BeautifulBadandBizarre Pretty terrible really. Both Sandy and her brother David died before their parents did.
"no end" is a classic... not the instrumental version
Loved"I'm a. dreamer"most of my life but just started listening to it again with Bluetooth and sensational headphones.Why is that song so powerful and affecting??I ration my listens so it doesn't become too familiar,you know;one can play out even your favorite songs?I saw"The Lady"on her grave and thought it meant she was aristocratic?We all thought her a lady but I'm sure you can't use the title like that if you ain't the daughter of an Earl etc.love your channel and would enjoy visiting cemeteries with you -im just outside London.Best wishes.RIPSANDYDENNY ❤️❤️❤️
Hi Helen! I know exactly what you mean! Sandy’s version of Candle in the Wind (and many other songs) just literally brings the tears to my eyes! Thank you so much for your kind comment about the channel! Oh!!! Also - I’m not sure why she is called ‘The Lady’ so if anyone knows can they please let us know!!! Xx
@@BeautifulBadandBizarre "The Lady" is a track on Sandy Denny's second solo album, "Sandy", released in 1972. It's also on "Gold Dust - Live at the Royalty" which is a recording of her last concert performance in November 1977. It's really beautiful (of course) and her voice on the live version is as good as it ever was.
I visited her grave in 2017.
Did you know about her family being laid to rest behind her? I had no idea!
I didn't know the family grave was behind Sandy's until I visited.
@@elpistolerosolitario8257 no I didn’t! Next time I visit I’ll take them flowers too ❤️
I'll take a boat Down the river my love. And sail away to the sea. Farewell, Farewell, to you. You lonely travelers all.
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David only lasted 5 years ! 4:16
stone behind has DENNY surname, yet Sandy wasn't really called DENNY. How does that work?
Have you learnt any more about Kim?
Sadly not ❤️ xxxx